DP slot for political survival
Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) “Linda Ground” wing, are using the Deputy President slot to negotiate political survival and influence within President William Ruto’s broad-based government...
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Leaders aligned with Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) are reportedly using the pursuit of the Deputy President slot as a strategy to secure political survival and influence within President William Ruto's government.
- The push for the DP position is primarily a negotiating tactic focused on securing electoral zoning arrangements in key regions, rather than the office itself.
- Key individuals like Advocate Joshua Kiptoo suggest this is aimed at guaranteeing traditional ODM strongholds remain uncontested by the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA).
- President Ruto faces a delicate balancing act, needing to maintain support from regions like Central Kenya while accommodating potential coalition partners, including ODM.
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